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Pair of points in overtime loss Nazar scored a goal, added an assist and went plus-2 in Friday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Lightning.

Impact Nazar put the Blackhawks ahead 2-1 late in the first period and also set up a Louis Crevier tally in the second. This was Nazar's first career multi-point effort, but it probably won't be his last. The 21-year-old has gotten on the scoresheet in three straight games and now has two goals, five assists, 24 shots on net and an even plus-minus rating through 19 appearances this season.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Saturday Nazar notched an assist in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Golden Knights.

Impact Nazar ended a four-game point drought with the helper. The 21-year-old forward has mostly been out of the power-play mix lately, but he has also played on the top line at even strength. Nazar is up to four points, 22 shots on net, 14 hits and a minus-1 rating over 17 appearances -- it's a humble beginning for what's expected to be a strong career.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

VGK@CHI: Samsonov with a great save against Frank Nazar | Vegas Golden Knights Ilya Samsonov (VGK) makes a save against Frank Nazar (CHI) at 03:07 of the 3rd Regulation Period

JANUARY 19 • NHL.COM

First goal a game-winner Nazar scored the game-winning goal in Wednesday's 3-1 victory over the Avalanche.

Impact The 2022 first-round pick scored his first goal of the season, and just the second of his NHL career, by banging home the rebound on a Colton Dach shot midway through the second period. Nazar has gotten onto the scoresheet in back-to-back games while producing three points in the last seven contests, and he's been seeing consistent shifts on the power-play since his mid-December promotion, although typically on the second unit. The 20-year-old center is still learning the ropes at the top level, but he's beginning to flash his upside.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Manages helper in loss Nazar notched an assist, two shots on goal and two hits in Sunday's 6-2 loss to the Rangers.

Impact In a glimpse to the future, Nazar set up Wyatt Kaiser on the Blackhawks' second goal. The 20-year-old Nazar has a bright future, but he's taking his lumps in a bottom-six role during his first chance at being a full-time NHLer. He has just two helpers to go with 10 shots on net and a minus-5 rating through 11 appearances this season. Hold onto Nazar in dynasty and deep keeper formats, but managers in redraft leagues can likely look elsewhere.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up first assist of 2024-25 Nazar notched an assist and two shots on goal in Monday's 4-3 loss to the Wild.

Impact The helper was Nazar's first career assist and first point in 2024-25. He's added five shots on net, four blocked shots, eight PIM and a minus-2 rating through six appearances at the NHL level. Nazar is one of the Blackhawks' top prospects and is getting a look in the NHL for now, though there's no telling if he'll finish the campaign with the big club.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Phil Thompson: Did hits on Blackhawks' Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar cross the line? Yes or no, NHL needs to do more about shots to the head. ST. PAUL, Minn. - Before the NHL’s Department of Player Safety suspended New York Rangers forward Ma...

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Analyzing Frank Nazar's first five Blackhawks games of the season Nazar hasn't notched a point yet, and he struggled Saturday against the Flames. But he believes this NHL experience is helping him with "und...

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • SUNTIMES.COM

NHL Tonight: Blackhawks recall Frank Nazar | NHL.com Discussing how Frank Nazar can impact the Blackhawks

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • NHL.COM

Chicago Blackhawks recall top prospect Frank Nazar from the minors

The Chicago Blackhawks have recalled top prospect Frank Nazar from the minor leagues

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Blackhawks call up top prospect Frank Nazar Nazar, the No. 13 overall pick in 2022, has dominated the AHL so far this season.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • SUNTIMES.COM

Summoned from AHL Rockford Nazar was recalled from AHL Rockford on Friday, Mark Lazerus of The Athletic reports.

Impact Nazar is a highly regarded prospect, as he was selected 13th overall in the 2022 Draft. The 20-year-old was sixth in AHL scoring before his recall, tallying 11 goals and adding 13 assists in 21 appearances. Nazar will likely start as a middle-six forward, but he definitely has a chance to play on the top line, alongside Connor Bedard. The Blackhawks placed Alec Martinez on injured reserve in a corresponding move.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Blackhawks prospects Artyom Levshunov, Frank Nazar bonding through fishing while adjusting to pro hockey Levshunov's childhood in Belarus and Nazar's childhood outside Detroit were different in many ways, but both developed a love for fishing th...

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • SUNTIMES.COM

Two points in preseason finale Nazar scored a goal on four shots, added an assist and went plus-2 in Saturday's 6-2 preseason win over the Blues.

Impact Nazar played in the preseason finale alongside most of his AHL Rockford teammates, though it was impressive he stood out in this contest. The 20-year-old was cut from camp earlier in the week, but he has some of the highest potential among Blackhawks prospects. It would not be surprising to see him earn a call-up in 2024-25, and he's got the skills to stick in the NHL if everything goes right.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Blackhawks send F Frank Nazar and D Kevin Korchinski to the minors

The Chicago Blackhawks have assigned forward Frank Nazar and defenseman Kevin Korchinski to their top minor league affiliate

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assigned to AHL Nazar was assigned to AHL Rockford on Wednesday, Tracey Myers of NHL.com reports.

Impact Nazar made his NHL debut late in the 2023-24 campaign and tallied one goal over three regular-season appearances. While it appears likely that he'll begin the 2024-25 regular season in the AHL, the 2022 first-round pick is a strong candidate to rejoin the NHL club at some point this year.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Blackhawks' Frank Nazar Scores First NHL Goal In His Debut Game

APRIL 14, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Frank Nazar scores on first shot in NHL debut with Chicago Blackhawks

Frank Nazar scored on his first shot on goal in his debut with the Chicago Blackhawks in the team’s home finale against the Carolina Hurricanes

APRIL 14, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Debuting Sunday Nazar will make his NHL debut Sunday against Carolina, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Nazar signed his entry-level deal Saturday after two seasons at the University of Michigan. He tallied 19 goals and 48 points over 54 appearances. Nazar was the 13th overall pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. The 20-year-old is a key part of Chicago's youth movement and, for now, will likely slot in as a middle-six center.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Agrees to three-year deal Nazar signed a three-year, entry-level contract Saturday.

Impact Nazar had 17 goals and 41 points in 41 NCAA outings with the University of Michigan in 2023-24. Chicago took him with the No. 13 overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft. It's not clear if he'll immediately join the Blackhawks to get some NHL experience before the summer, but at the least, he should be a serious contender to make the 2024-25 squad out of training camp.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three Wolverines help U.S. rally from 4-1 deficit to edge Sweden in final seconds UM forwards Frank Nazar, Gavin Brindley and Rutger McGroarty helped the U.S. edge Sweden 5-4 in the Summer Showcase.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Blackhawks prospect Frank Nazar's 'got something to prove' this season After undergoing surgery last fall, Nazar has spent the offseason getting faster and stronger as he looks to make up for lost time.

JULY 19, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

THN American Pipeline: Beanpot, Michigan News and Predators Prospects Sydney Wolf and Mike Stephens recap the Beanpot, Richter Award semifinalists, Frank Nazar’s return, injuries in Minnesota, Predators prospec...

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Making collegiate debut Nazar (hip) is set for his debut with the University of Michigan on Friday.

Impact Nazar underwent hip surgery in October and will finally dress in his first college hockey game Friday. The freshman forward was selected 13th overall by Chicago in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes skating Nazar (hip surgery) started skating a few weeks ago, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Nazar was selected 13th overall in the 2022 Draft and underwent hip surgery in October. He is in his freshman season at Michigan, but has yet to play. The hope is that Nazar plays this season, although his chances could depend on how deep a playoff run Michigan makes. It was thought Nazar would play this season in the NCAA and then turn pro, but with the injury, Nazar will likely return to college hockey for the 2023-24 season and if successful. turn professional the following season.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Chicago Blackhawks recall top prospect Frank Nazar from the minors

Blackhawks send F Frank Nazar and D Kevin Korchinski to the minors

Frank Nazar scores on first shot in NHL debut with Chicago Blackhawks